Learning Support Specialist II - Biological & Physical Sciences

Job description

Compensation Type: Hourly ‎ Compensation: $18.00 ‎ Job Summary: The Learning Support Specialist II (LSS II) performs the duties of a professional tutor. The LSS II tutors in-person and works with students, either one-on-one or in small groups to help them attain a deeper and more substantial command of the assigned subject matter. The LSS II works with multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared tutoring space. This role communicates with the department regarding individual student progress and needs. This position is responsible for generating reports from tutoring software and sending them to his/her supervisor. The LSS II must have a strong command of the subject matter and be able to communicate it effectively to students using a variety of methods and teaching tools. Tutoring: - Supplements students’ understanding and command of the course material for which the students are seeking assistance, outside of class. - Tutors for introductory courses in discipline area of expertise only. - Helps students to develop and apply appropriate learning and study skills. - Meets with students at appointed time. Administrative/Clerical Functions: - Maintains documentation o...